Law & Life: The Levoritz Approach

Moving Forward: Custody, Visitation & Relocation Disputes

Episode SummaryIn this episode of Law and Life: The Levoritz Approach, experienced attorney Yonatan Levoritz dives into the complexities of relocation cases in New York family law. Topics covered include the legal framework surrounding custody and visitation arrangements, how courts assess a child’s best interests, economic and non-economic considerations, and strategies for both custodial and non-custodial parents in contested relocation cases. Yoni also shares practical advice for parents navigating relocation disputes and the importance of legal counsel.
 
Timestamps:
[00:20-01:13] Overview of New York’s relocation laws and their impact on custody and visitation.
[01:14-02:26] How New York courts determine the child’s best interests in relocation cases.
[02:27-03:48] Economic necessity and its influence on relocation decisions.
[03:49-04:27] Balancing the rights of the non-custodial parent with the child’s needs.
[04:28-05:32] Mitigating adverse effects on the non-custodial parent.
[05:33-06:28] Common challenges in contested relocation cases.
[06:29-07:15] Structuring visitation arrangements post-relocation.
[07:16-08:16] Differences between contested and uncontested relocations.
[08:17-09:07] Legal consequences of relocating without consent or court approval.
[09:08-10:14] Real-life examples of relocation cases and judicial outcomes.
[10:15-11:13] Non-custodial parent options to oppose relocation.
[11:14-13:39] Factors influencing relocation decisions, including education and crime.
[13:40-14:24] Crafting a custom strategy for relocation cases.
[14:25-15:53] Addressing transportation and visitation challenges.
[15:54-16:56] Advice for custodial parents considering relocation.
 
About The Show
Law and Life: The Levoritz Approach is a podcast hosted by attorney Yoni Levoritz, offering practical legal insights and expert advice on navigating complex family law matters. Each episode tackles a critical topic, such as custody disputes, relocation laws, or parental rights, breaking down the legal principles and real-world challenges involved. Designed to empower parents and individuals facing family law issues, the show blends professional expertise with accessible explanations, helping listeners make informed decisions for their families and futures.

Visitation Rights: Navigating Custody Agreements & Court Orders

Episode SummaryIn this episode of Law and Life: The Levoritz Approach, attorney Yoni Levoritz discusses the complexities of child visitation rights in New York, shedding light on various aspects of family law including child custody, visitation schedules, and the legal challenges parents face during divorce or separation. He covers the impact of complex family dynamics, the importance of documenting incidents, and how mediation, supervised, and therapeutic visitation can help resolve disputes. Yoni also explains how courts assess child visitation requests and the factors influencing modifications to existing orders.
 
Timestamps:
[00:00-00:29] Introduction and overview of child visitation rights in New York.
[00:30-01:18] Determining visitation rights during divorce or separation proceedings.
[01:19-02:18] Complexity of child custody litigation and the factors involved.
[02:19-03:01] Common challenges parents face when negotiating visitation arrangements.
[03:06-04:18] How attorneys help clients navigate child visitation disputes.
[04:36-05:16] Supervised and therapeutic visitation: when they’re appropriate.
[05:26-06:51] Modifying existing visitation orders and preparing for the process.
[07:06-07:59] Rehabilitating visitation rights after issues like substance abuse.
[08:08-08:48] Grandparents’ visitation rights in New York and legal considerations.
[08:57-09:57] Mediation vs. court intervention for child visitation disputes.
[10:01-10:56] Supervised and rehabilitative visitation explained.
[11:04-12:05] Enforcing visitation rights and handling obstructive behaviors.
[12:05-13:33] Custom visitation agreements for contentious situations.
[13:33-14:15] Advocating for the child's well-being in visitation cases.
[14:20-15:55] Advice for parents entering child visitation negotiations.
[16:09-17:00] The importance of honesty in child visitation disputes and the role of evidence.
About the Show
Welcome to Law & Life where experienced attorney Yoni Levoritz brings his innovative and holistic approach to the forefront of family law. This podcast, hosted by Kevin Rosenquist, offers practical legal insights and compassionate guidance and dives into the critical issues impacting families in New York.

A Smooth Separation - Uncontested Divorces in New York

In this episode of "Law and Life, the Levoritz Approach," host Kevin Rosenquist welcomes experienced attorney Yoni Levoritz to discuss family law in New York. Yoni shares his journey of founding the Levoritz Law Firm shortly after being admitted to the bar, emphasizing his motivation to provide a holistic approach to legal representation. Unlike traditional cookie-cutter practices, Yoni's firm offers clients compassion, care, and a comprehensive understanding of their cases. He highlights the emotional complexities of family law and explains how this holistic perspective particularly appeals to clients navigating challenging situations. Tune in to learn more about Yoni's unique strategies to help his clients see the bigger picture in their legal matters.
Timestamps
[00:02:28] Balancing empathy and legal objectivity.
[00:03:44] Uncontested divorce benefits.
[00:08:52] Importance of legal representation.
[00:10:57] Fair share in uncontested divorce.
[00:14:15] Uncontested divorce and co-parenting.
About the Show
Welcome to Law & Life where experienced attorney Yoni Levoritz brings his innovative and holistic approach to the forefront of family law. This podcast, hosted by Kevin Rosenquist, offers practical legal insights and compassionate guidance and dives into the critical issues impacting families in New York.